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Reservoirs & lochs · Central Scotland

Bishop's Glen Reservoir

In or near Kilmun.

Free admission

Bishop's Glen Reservoir — reservoir in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.

Bishop's Glen Reservoir, reservoirs & lochs in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2.5 h
Nearest railway station
Inverkip · 6.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

Bishop's Glen Reservoir is located in the Scottish Highlands, with the nearest railway station being Inverkip, approximately 6.7 km away. The postcode for the reservoir is PA23 7EP, and entry is free.

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About

Bishop's Glen Reservoir is a reservoir in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "reservoir in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 55.9480°, -4.9487°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Bishop's Glen Reservoir, also known as Dunoon Reservoir, used to be the source for drinking water for the town of Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, a function now satisfied via Loch Eck. Records show that this impounding reservoir was created before 1880. The Balgaidh Burn is the main inflow and outflow. The angling of the Bishop's Glen Reservoir is managed by the Dunoon and District Angling Club.

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Coordinates
55.9480, -4.9487
Postcode
PA23 7EP
Parliamentary constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Nearest railway station
Inverkip6.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bishop's Glen Reservoir?
Bishop's Glen Reservoir is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA23 7EP).
What is Bishop's Glen Reservoir?
Bishop's Glen Reservoir — reservoir in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.
How do I get to Bishop's Glen Reservoir?
The nearest railway station is Inverkip, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA23 7EP.
Is Bishop's Glen Reservoir free to visit?
Yes, Bishop's Glen Reservoir is free to enter.
How do I get to Bishop's Glen Reservoir?
The nearest railway station is Inverkip, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA23 7EP.